Smoke on the Mountain
July 22, 2010 - August 1, 2010Annual Millionaire Homecoming
July 23, 2010 - July 31, 2010The Greenbrier Classic Golf Tournament
July 26, 2010 - August 1, 2010Princeton Rays Game
July 29, 2010 - July 31, 2010
Mercer County Museums
Understanding the past is the key to the future. Let us tell you our history filled with miners, railroads, millionaires, coal, and the bravery of our forefathers. Visit one of our unique museums to tell the story of coal mining, railroads, pioneers, and our veterans. Hear the tales and see the artifacts from each era of our history and the impact it had on Southern WV and the nation. Learn about our pioneers who first ventured into the new world to settle in this area. See firsthand the harsh conditions that miners endured, the way they worked and lived, and the melting pot culture that emerged. Learn about the railroad’s significance in the coal industry. Or let a veteran share his story of the freedom he defended.
There is so much history that awaits you in Mercer County. Immerse yourself in our culture. You’ll be glad you came!
Princeton Railroad Museum
The Princeton Railroad Museum is located in the historic district of East Mercer Street. The replica depot houses a multitude of priceless artifacts relating to the Virginian Railroad. Hours: Fri. & Sat. 10 am - 2 pm, Sundays 2 pm - 5 pm.
Mercer County War Museum
Hours: M-F 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.
"Dedicated to Those Who Served". Displays from the Civil War through the Iraq War.
Historic Crab Orchard Museum & Pioneer Park
Located mid-way between Bluefield and Richlands on Route 460 West. Region's most comprehensive historical museum. Log homes, modern museum gallery, horse drawn equipment and early automobiles, regional crafts, food products and art.
Pocahontas Exhibition Mine & Museum
WORLD'S FIRST SHOW MINE. Opened in 1882. Spectacular 13 feet tall coal seam. Mine operated for 73 years. The mine produced more than 44 million tons of coal. Open April 28 to September 30, seven days a week, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Fifty two degrees year round. Group rates are available. Walking tours of the town of Pocahontas may be taken with prior arrangements. National Historic Landmark. Virginia's Official Coal Heritage Zone.
Historic Bramwell, WV
Located eight miles from Bluefield, WV. Historic Coal Heritage, Coal Baron Mansions, Coal Heritage Trail Interpretive Center. Home tours given in spring and at Christmas (2nd Saturday in May at 2pm and 2nd Saturday in December at 5pm).
Buddy's Country Store & Museum
Open May - September by appointment only. Coal Camp House Depiction. Thousands of pieces of memorabilia from years gone by. No admission charge.
Wolf Creek Indian Village & Museum
Located in Southwest Virginia, in Bland County, just off I-77, exit 58, 1000 feet North on U.S. Highway 52. Experience a palisaded primitive village built to duplicate archaeological records of a village carbon dated 1215 with guides in primitive dress demonstrating the skills needed to exist in those times. Open Monday-Saturday 10 am - 5 pm. Closed Sunday's.
